A recently published LongITools study led by the University of Oulu identified two new childhood BMI patterns, challenging ...

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Central obesity measures of waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio appear to be more accurate and consistent indicators ...

We break down the history behind BMI and how body fat percentage relates to your health. Read more to get a better ...

A first-of-its-kind global study from researchers at Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University in China has revealed the main risk factors for early-onset colon cancer around the world.

In particular, it often fails to provide an accurate representation of health for African Americans, especially women. The reliance on BMI as a primary health indicator may lead to ...

(CNN) — For years, medical experts have defined obesity primarily based on body mass index, which measures stored fat by calculating height and weight, to determine a person’s health risks.

This can increase the risk of hospitalisation or death due to heart disease, regardless of body mass index (BMI). The study was led by researchers from the Brigham and Women's Hospital ...

Women leaders bring unique strengths to the C-suite, including enhanced creativity, empathy, and ... [+] collaborative skills. As we navigate an era defined by rapid transformation, the increasing ...

I’m recovering from a short, severe illness. Over three months of sickness, I went from a BMI of 29 to a BMI of 20. It was horrible, and I am so happy to be recovered, although I still am weaker ...